Sierra Barnes' paintings are a vibrant reflection of her journey through life, marked by resilience, creativity, and a desire to uplift others. Diagnosed at the age of five with Craniopharyngioma, a rare brain tumor, Sierra faced a challenging path early on. Following a life-saving surgery to remove the tumor, she had to adapt to the lasting effects of the condition.

Her artistic journey began during recovery when her mom handed her a small canvas to help process her emotions. Sierra’s first painting, titled Complicated, captured the complexity of her experience as a young child navigating extraordinary circumstances. “Even at such a young age, I was expressing myself and my emotions through art,” Sierra recalls. “Since then, creating has been a profound part of my life.”